| 9 miles from stansted airport. set in lawned gardens, this traditional tudor-style manor hotel with an annexe is 1. there's a lakeside restaurant serving classic and modern international dishes, plus a garden bar offering lighter meals and snacks. other amenities include 4 conference rooms and free on-site parking. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. 2 miles from bishops stortford golf club and 2. some rooms also offer garden or lake views. traditional afternoon tea is also available. the cozy rooms feature warm decor and en suite bathrooms, free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs, as well as tea and coffeemaking equipment
Heathrow Airport 1 hr 6
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